Part-Time Disability Careers Pathways Mentor

Karingal; Geelong; Hybrid; AUD 47,000 - 51,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging up to 15900 tax-free

Purchased leave options

Discounts at 450+ retailers

University study discount 25% Torrens

Wellbeing support 24/7 EAP

Referral bonus

Job summary

genU is seeking an Employment Pathways Mentor to support people with disability in Geelong and Werribee. You will help participants build skills, confidence and pathways to employment, delivering career planning, job readiness and capacity-building activities.

You will mentor and coach participants through volunteering, work experience and paid work, conducting assessments and maintaining relationships with employers for sustainable outcomes.

Qualifications

• First aid and CPR certificate are required.
• NDIS Worker Screening Check and Orientation Module Certificate are needed and genU will assist.

Responsibilities

• Support people with disability to identify and achieve employment goals.
• Develop, review and update individualised employment plans with participants and families.
• Deliver capacity-building activities: career planning, job readiness, confidence building, skills development and employment preparation.
• Provide mentoring and on-the-job coaching for volunteering, work experience and paid employment.
• Conduct participant and workplace assessments, provide post-placement support, and maintain employer relationships.
• Maintain accurate documentation and compliance with policies and requirements.

Skills

First aid CPR

Education

Certificate IV in disability, community services, employment services or related field

Job description

genU is seeking an Employment Pathways Mentor to support people with disability in Geelong and Werribee. You will help participants build skills, confidence and pathways to employment, delivering career planning, job readiness and capacity-building activities.

You will mentor and coach participants through volunteering, work experience and paid work, conducting assessments and maintaining relationships with employers for sustainable outcomes.